Myiophobus inornatus
The Unadorned Flycatcher (*Myiophobus inornatus*) is a small, rather inconspicuous member of the Tyrannidae family, inhabiting the humid montane forests of the Andes. Measuring approximately 11-12 cm (4.3-4.7 inches) in length and weighing 8-12 grams, its plumage is characterized by olive-brown upperparts and pale, yellowish underparts, with a whitish throat and an olive-tinged breast transitioning to a yellow belly. Distinctive field marks include two pale ochraceous to yellowish wing bars a...
Found primarily in subtropical and tropical moist montane forests, cloud forests, and associated forest edges. It typically occurs at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 2,800 meters (3,900-9,200 feet).
Primarily insectivorous, feeding on a variety of small flying insects such as flies, small beetles, and wasps, as well as caterpillars gleaned from vegetation. It forages through aerial hawking and hover-gleaning.
The Unadorned Flycatcher is an active yet often solitary bird, frequently joining mixed-species foraging flocks to enhance vigilance and food discovery. It employs a sit-and-wait foraging strategy, perching upright on an exposed branch in the mid-story to canopy, frequently flicking its tail up a...
The Unadorned Flycatcher is endemic to the humid montane forests of the Andes in South America, spanning across Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Its breeding and year-round range encompasses the eastern and western slopes of the cordillera, typically found at elevations between 1,200 and 2,800 meters...
Least Concern
- The Unadorned Flycatcher earns its name from its subtly plain plumage, lacking the vibrant colors or bold patterns often seen in other flycatcher species. - Despite its inconspicuous appearance, it possesses a concealed yellow crown patch, a hidden diagnostic feature typically only visible when...